Baseball and Softball Bats
The most obvious difference between Baseball and Softball Bats is their respective lengths. The most commonly used length for each type of bat is: baseball - 32", fastpitch softball - 33", slow pitch - 34" youth - 30".
Another difference between softball and baseball bats is the weight. Adult slow-pitch bats the most popular weight is 28oz. However, variations in the location of the balance point in individual bats can make the of 28oz bat feel much lighter. It can also make it feel much heavier than its actual weight. A Fastpitch softball bat is lighter than a slow-pitch model. This allows for better bat speed and control. The range of weights for adult baseball bats is much smaller because of the rules requiring a weight/length ratio that does not exceed -3.
Other than length differences, the second most glaring distinction between baseball and softball bats is the barrel diameters. Those on baseball bats are traditionally thicker than those on softball bats. The barrels of baseball bats, which are used for play under college and high school rules, are 2-5/8" in diameter. Adult softball bats are thinner, with barrel diameters of only 2-1/4". Youth bats have the same diameter as adult slow pitch bats.
Fast-pitch bats often have a barrel that takes up almost half the length of the bat. These create a shorter taper region and are design to provide an expanded and more responsive hitting surface while allowing a hitter to make better contact.
Youth Softball Bat Differences
Youth softball bat differences with youth baseball bats are hard to detect. The weight drop and certification are the main differences. A youth softball bat and a youth baseball bat have very similar construction. At the adult level, they design baseball and softball bat models to match their respective games. Conceivably you could use a baseball bat to play softball, as long as you can adjust to the slightly shorter total length, and the heavier weight. You could use a slow-pitch bat in a fast-pitch softball game without damaging it but with the larger weight you would probably not make as much contact. However, none of this would be legal for league or tournament play as they require bats with baseball or softball specific certifications. Below is our selection of baseball and softball bats-
Rawlings Mach AI USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUS5MC10
Rawlings Mach AI USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUS5MC10 The Rawlings Mach AI USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUS5MC10 allows players to swing one of the lightest and fastest bats on the market today. With pitc...Regular price $199.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT5I10
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT5I10 The Rawlings Icon took the game by storm last year thanks to its groundbreaking In/Tense directional carbon composite design. This design delivered ...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX2 Alloy Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10
Marucci CATX Alloy Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Marucci CATX2 Alloy Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 becomes one of the top notch bats on the market just by adding a few different wonderful f...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX2 Alloy USA Baseball Bat Drop 11
Marucci CATX2 Alloy USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 The Marucci CATX2 Alloy USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 is one of the best performing USA bats on the market. The 2 5/8 inch extended barrel provides a massive...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX2 Connect USA Baseball Bat Drop 11
Marucci CATX2 Connect USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 The Marucci CATX2 Connect USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 is one of the best performing USA bats on the market. The 2 5/8 inch extended barrel provides a ma...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX2 Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat
Marucci CATX2 Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat Two-Piece Composite Construction: Features a longer barrel with a wider sweet spot for enhanced performance Mid-Loaded Barrel: Offers a slight end-load ...Regular price $499.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12 RUS5I12
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12 RUS5I12 The Rawlings Icon USA baseball bat drop 12 RUS5I12 is the lightest full composite bat available. This USA bat has a 2-piece construction and features ...Regular price $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Easton MAV-1 Aluminum USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10
Easton MAV-1 Aluminum USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Easton MAV-1 Aluminum USSSA baseball bat drop 10 has a one piece allow barrel and a balanced swing weight. This Easton bat uses an Extra-Long Dr...Regular price $249.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20ADV108
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20ADV108 The Easton ADV 360 composite USSSA drop 10 baseball bat SL20ADV108 with it's 2 5/8 inch diameter barrel is a powerful hitting tool...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUS5I8
Rawlings Icon USA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUS5I8 The Rawlings Icon USA baseball bat drop 8 RUS5I8 offers youth players a bat they can rely on. It's very easy to fall in love with a bat that a playe...Regular price $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings 5150 USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 US1511
Rawlings 5150 USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 US1511 The Rawlings 5150 USA baseball bat drop 11 US1511 gives the youth player a great bat that is perfect for those who are just beginning to use a big ba...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Beast Pro USA Baseball Bat Drop 5 YBB19BP5
Easton Beast Pro USA Baseball Bat Drop 5, YBB19BP5 The Easton Beast Pro YBB19BP5 is as close as you can get to a Drop 3 model while maintaining elements of a lightweight youth bat. This is ideal fo...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Beast Pro USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 SL19BP8
Easton Beast Pro USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8, SL19BP8 The Easton Beast Pro USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 SL19BP8 is the halfway point between a lightweight bat and a heavyweight one. It is a one-piece of...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus NOX 2 USA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 11
Victus NOX 2 USA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 11 The Victus NOX 2 USA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 11 is an excellent option for players looking to become the best player they can possibly be in th...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CAT7 Junior Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10
Marucci CAT7 Junior Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Marucci CAT7 Junior Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 is a monumental bat. This is because it makes the big barrel available for youth players ...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini Voodoo One USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10
DeMarini Voodoo One USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Demarini Voodoo One USSSA big barrel baseball bat is a solid selection from the Demarini bat lineup. It has an X14 alloy makeup and provides a hig...Regular price $279.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Select PWR USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger Select PWR USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger Select PWR USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 10 is one of the best senior league bats to date. The hybrid...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The DeMarini CF Zen USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 10 is the perfect weapon for those looking to excel on the diamond. This big barrel bat has a full ...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Meta One USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 12
Louisville Slugger Meta One USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 12 The Louisville Slugger Meta One USSSA baseball bat drop 12 is one of the best bats available today. To start, the bat is 100% composite. It is...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Atlas USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger Atlas USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger Atlas USSSA baseball bat drop 10 is a full alloy bat with a massive 2 3/4 inch diameter barrel. The ball jumps off of this...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Clout USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT5C10
Rawlings Clout USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT5C10 The Rawlings Clout USSSA baseball bat drop 10 RUT5C10 meets the needs of a champion. Rawlings provides champions with what they need to dominate on...Regular price $199.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Mach AI USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUT5MC8
Rawlings Mach AI USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUT5MC8 The Rawlings Mach AI USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUT5MC8 provides players with a quick swing to put up big offensive numbers. All of the distinctive...Regular price $279.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Hype Fire Composite USA Baseball Bat -11,-10, -8, -5
Easton Hype Fire Composite USA Baseball Bat Drop 11, 10, 8,and 5 The Easton Hype Fire Composite USA baseball bat will help you succeed in the batters box. With the difficulty of hitting, it is impo...Regular price From $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX2 Connect BBCOR Baseball Bat with Puck Knob
Marucci CATX2 Connect BBCOR Baseball Bat with Puck Knob The Marucci CATX2 Connect BBCOR baseball bat with puck knob is meticulously calibrated to push the limits of performance. The CATX2 Connect -...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
